Severely disabled woman left 'traumatised' by burglary

A woman with severe disabilities has been left deeply traumatised after her home was ransacked.

At some time between 8.20pm and 8.50pm, a man broke into the bedroom fo her Dungannon home and stole money and her mobile phone.

He then searched other rooms at the house before escaping through a window.

The suspect is described as 5 foot tall, in his 30s, with a beard.

Police called the attack 'despicable'.

A short time after the incident was reported, officers arrested a 27-year-old man in tthe Market Square area in connection with the burglary. He remains in custody.

Detective Inspector Trevor Stevenson said, "This was a despicable act, which must have been frightening for the victim who was not only vulnerable but also completely helpless. While not physically injured she has been left deeply traumatised by this horrific ordeal.